Alex Baugh
Professor and former chair of the Department of Church History and Doctrine at Brigham Young University who specializes in the Missouri period (1831–39) of early Latter-day Saint history and is the featured expert on Liberty Jail in this episode.
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Oct 16, 2025 • 1h 13min
166 - What You Never Knew About Liberty Jail with Alex Baugh - E43C October 20-26
In this riveting discussion, Alex L. Baugh, a Church History professor at Brigham Young University, delves into the complex history of Liberty Jail during the Latter-day Saint Missouri period. He reveals the escalating tensions leading to Mormon expulsion, the role of militias, and the infamous extermination order by Governor Boggs. Baugh offers vivid details about jail conditions, debunks myths, and highlights Joseph Smith’s transformative experiences and revelations during his confinement. His insights underscore how studying history strengthens personal testimony.
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Oct 7, 2021 • 36min
Episode 3 — A Welding Link
Experts Alex Baugh and Brett Dowdle discuss Joseph Smith's revelations on proxy baptisms and the impact of apostolic missions to Great Britain. They highlight the importance of baptism for the dead, the construction of the Nauvoo Temple, and the evolution of proxy baptism practices within the Latter-day Saints community.
May 12, 2025 • 60min
Locating & Building Zion | D&C 51-57 | May 26-June 1 | Come Follow Church History with Lynne Wilson
In this engaging discussion, Professor Alex Baugh, a specialist in early Missouri Church history, shares insights on the challenges faced by early Saints striving to establish Zion. They explore the pivotal pledges made during the land's dedication and the trials that tested the community's faith. Baugh delves into the law of consecration, the importance of stewardship, and the legacy of figures like W.W. Phelps. Additionally, the conversation highlights the educational needs of the community and the divine guidance shaping missionary work, all underscoring the complexities of building a Zion society.
